Bridge Michigan | Nicholas Jansen, March 18 Despite federal efforts to slow the clean energy transition, renewables are charging forward in Michigan, the Midwest, and the nation. Proof: The Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts that renewables will account for 99 percent of new U.S. generating capacity this year. And Michigan is leading the charge. According to Clearview’s projectContinueContinue reading “Opinion | Clean energy is winning, actually, in Michigan”
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Ohio lawmakers block rural prosperity, property rights: Tony Zartman
Cleveland.com | Tony Zartman, November 21 Ohio’s rural communities are at a crossroads. Farming costs have soared, commodity prices are stuck in the past, and unpredictable weather has added new layers of risk. For many landowners, renewable energy development — particularly wind and solar — offers a practical way to stabilize their finances and preserveContinueContinue reading “Ohio lawmakers block rural prosperity, property rights: Tony Zartman”
Renewable energy lowered costs elsewhere. Why not Indiana? | Letters
Indy Star | October 8, Greg Ballard If we want to build a stronger, more secure future for Indiana residents, we need to diversify and modernize our energy system. Many conservative states have learned limiting energy sources doesn’t make sense. Wind accounted for around 59% of electricity generation in Iowa in 2023 and renewable energy accounts for aroundContinueContinue reading “Renewable energy lowered costs elsewhere. Why not Indiana? | Letters”
Knowing Wind Farms’ Limits Can Help Prevent Utility Disruptions
Public News Service | Lily Bohlke March 19 DES MOINES, Iowa – As scientists warn that the increase in extreme weather events shows no signs of stopping, experts say it’s important as ever to prepare renewable sources for the conditions. Iowa gets more than 40% of its power from wind energy, and for the mostContinueContinue reading “Knowing Wind Farms’ Limits Can Help Prevent Utility Disruptions”